by Beth Terry
Welcome to the 154th edition of the weekly Carnival of the Green, a collection of environmentally-focused blog posts which moves from one blog to the next each Monday and is managed by Tree Hugger.
Last week, the Carnival of the Green was hosted by Natural Collection’s ooffoo site. Next week’s is scheduled to be hosted by Environmental Survival Guide The Tranquil Parent.
There were a lot of entries sent to me this week covering a broad spectrum of green topics. We have money managers, green moms, crafters (check out the Barbie dress made from crocheted plastic bags), guys, gals, and everyone in between. So, here are the posts in the order I received them.
Grab a cup of whatever you think appropriate, sit back, and enjoy!
Heather Levin presents How To Set Up A Community Lending Library posted at The Greenest Dollar.
GrrlScientist presents Bottomfeeder: How to Eat Ethically in a World of Vanishing Seafood posted at Living the Scientific Life.
Karen Hanrahan aka Mother Earth presents Clean Your Oven Without Losing Nose Hairs posted at Best of Mother Earth. Karen says, “What if a little elbow grease and a mighty and lovely non-toxic scouring paste could clean your oven?”
Jenn presents Karina’s post Preserving Food posted at Tiny Choices.
Joseph presents Free Reusable Tote Bag and Another Free Reusable Cloth Bag at Eco Joe’s, saying, “Two great ways to quit using plastic bags (two ways to get a reusable cloth grocery bag for free!)”
Micaela presents Skip the Plastic at the Grocery Store posted at Mindful Momma saying, “If you put your mind to it you can find many alternatives to plastic packaging in the grocery store.”
Ray presents Free Car Wash In Heavy Rain To Save Water and Money and High Gas Prices Equal Less Traffic and Carbon Pollution posted at Money Blue Book.
Louise Manning presents 2012 vegetable gardens planned for London posted at The Human Imprint.
Tim presents The $15 Water Heater Upgrade posted at EcoNewMexico.com, saying “Buying a new, high efficiency water heater can cost at least $500, plus installation. Being a creative and frugal guy (read: cheap) I found a way to upgrade my water heater for only $15.”
Patricia Turner presents Top 50 Green Technology Blogs posted at Green Web Hosting Blog.
Julena presents Review of Partially Organic Lavera Faces Wild Rose Moisturizing Cream posted at Organic Makeup and Skin Care.
Nichole Halsey presents Bring On the Rain (Gardens) posted at Bad Human! Don’t take chemicals from strangers!.
Chris Baskind presents Twilight Time: 3 Ways to Green Winter Lighting Needs posted at Lighter Footstep, saying, “With darker months come heftier energy bills. But greening-up your winter lighting needs can save valuable resources — and your pocketbook. Here’s how to start.”
Sally Kneidel presents Environmental education: A new necessity for healthy kids? posted at Veggie Revolution, saying “Children with more access to outdoor play have higher cognitive functioning, fewer symptoms of ADHD, and less obesity – according to a recently published study. That’s been the spark for the new “No Child Left Inside” program, which will fund environmental education in K-12 classrooms over the next 5 years.”
RecycleCindy presents Yellow Barbie Plarn Dress posted on My Recycled Bags, saying “Barbie goes green! Check out the latest in recycled doll clothing as Barbie shows off her new yellow plarn dress. Its crocheted from old recycled plastic bags into a fun doll dress. Here is the free crochet pattern.”
Millie Kay presents Organic Food: Healthy Food Ideas For The Ordinary Shoppe posted at The Smarter Wallet.
Kristjan presents Green Stocks, Investing in Wind Power Stocks, and Obama’s Renewable Energy Pledge posted at The Green Investing Blog.
